Abstract:
Mesh lens (12) for PDA-type cathode-ray tubes (10) is constructed in a manner that permits deformation into a concavo-convex shape with a substantially shorter radius of curvature than heretofore obtainable with prior art devices. The mesh lens (12) particularly comprises a multitude of interconnected webs (58) forming an array of apertures (60). Each web (58) has opposing ends and a midline (62) extending between those ends. The mesh (12) is configured so that an individual aperture (60) of the array is formed by a set of webs (58) interconnected at their ends. The midline (62) of each web in the undeformed mesh defines a bent line. The mesh can be deformed into a concavo-convex shape having a relatively short radius of curvature. This is so because the individual webs of the mesh respond to the application of deformation forces by initially straightening, thereby effectively delaying the development of tensile stresses in the webs.
Abstract:
A scanning microprobe in which a gun generates a beam of charged particles controlled to scan the surface of a specimen in a predetermined and defined manner. In order to permit blanking of the particle beam by removing the trace of the beam from the surface of the specimen at a particular time for a predetermined period, high-speed, high-stability switching circuitry is utilized. A vertical MOSFET switching transistor is connected between one plate and ground of the system. Also connected between this plate and a deflection voltage source is R current-limiting resistor having a ratio of approximately 15 9 000-1 with respect to the switch MOSFET in its turned-on condition. A second switch is provided to momentarily shunt the currentlimiting resistor when the MOSFET switch is turned off. This produces an initial rapid rise time of voltage on the deflection plate causing the beam to immediately move off the specimen surface. Turning off of the MOSFET switch and momentarily turning on the shunting switch is accomplished by an external beam blanking signal.
Abstract:
A magnet applies a magnetic field of predetermined intensity and shape to a spent electron beam over an axial distance having a predetermined relationship to the frequency of operation of a utilization device which has extracted energy from the electron beam and at a predetermined axial distance after the beam has left the magnetic field of the utilization device and entered the beam expansion region and beam stabilization region. The stabilizing magnetic field is terminated abruptly before the electron beam enters a collector apparatus.
Abstract:
Methods and systems to compensate for distortions created by dynamic voltage applied to an electron multiplier used in mass spectrometry. An electron multiplier has a cathode end accepting ion flow, an opposite emitter end and an interior surface. The electron multiplier produces an electron output from ions colliding with the interior surface. A variable power supply has a voltage output coupled to the cathode end and the emitter end of the electron multiplier. The voltage output changes dynamically to adjust the electron output from the electron multiplier. An anode is located in proximity to the electron multiplier. An electrometer is coupled to the anode in proximity to the electron multiplier to measure the current generated by the electron output. A low pass filter circuit is coupled to the emitter end to the ground of the electrometer to attenuate emitter voltage changes. A bias circuit is coupled to the emitter end to stabilize emitter to anode voltage difference.
Abstract:
Mesh lens (12) for PDA-type cathode-ray tubes (10) is constructed in a manner that permits deformation into a concavo-convex shape with a substantially shorter radius of curvature than heretofore obtainable with prior art devices. The mesh lens (12) particularly comprises a multitude of interconnected webs (58) forming an array of apertures (60). Each web (58) has opposing ends and a midline (62) extending between those ends. The mesh (12) is configured so that an individual aperture (60) of the array is formed by a set of webs (58) interconnected at their ends. The midline (62) of each web in the undeformed mesh defines a bent line. The mesh can be deformed into a concavo-convex shape having a relatively short radius of curvature. This is so because the individual webs of the mesh respond to the application of deformation forces by initially straightening, thereby effectively delaying the development of tensile stresses in the webs.
Abstract:
An apparatus for fabricating a quadrupole shadow mask includes a reel for storing a web of insulating material having a conductive layer on one side thereof, a reel for storing a long metal strip having a plurality of spaced apertures arranged in parallel rows, means for cutting the web into strips and a roller having circumferential grooves for positioning and then pressing the insulating strips onto the surface of the metal strip between the rows. The resulting strip is guided through a heating device and then is cut into sheets of predetermined length.
Abstract:
An Laser Airborne Depth Sounder (LADS) system for the measurement of water depth is disclosed, the system includes a transmitter and a receiver of laser light having at least two wavelengths so as to receive a first reflection from a water surface and a second reflection from a water bottom an a rotating mirror which directs the laser light to the water and receives the second reflection of the laser light from the water bottom and directs the second reflection to the receiver, where the receiver includes an optical shutter (76) adapted for selectively allowing the passage of the second reflection laser light therethrough. The shutter (76) may include a LCD matrix or mechanical light blocking elements. The LCD matrix may be arranged in a central circle (82), an inner ring (80), and an outer ring (78).